I would be willing to pay a 20% restocking fee If I could buy direct from the manufacturers at distributor price. I think Manufacturers should cut out the middlemen (Brick and mortar stores) and deal direct with the public. Even if I paid a restocking fee on 2 items I would still be ahead of the game because I would not be paying full blown retail prices.
restocking fees
More high end manufacturers are selling direct and offering home auditions, and many are charging restocking fees of up to 20%. I absolutely respect the right of any manufacturer to charge whatever he sees fit. It's expensive to have product in the field, and companies want to discourage tire kickers, but I see no reason to risk paying a restocking fee when the market offers me so many other choices. Do restocking fees discourage you from trying a product, or is the risk worth taking.